User manual MEDION WIM 2090

[. . . ] Notes on This Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner. This manual is divided into sections to help you find the information you require. [. . . ] It is where your program files, settings, and documents are stored, as well as files necessary for running Windows XP. C:\Program Files Includes files belonging to software programs. Aid 47 Appendix C:\Windows The main directory for Windows XP. C:\Documents and Settings Includes the settings and documents for all users. D:\Driver Drivers for internal notebook components. D:\Tools Includes installation files for software that came with your notebook. D:\Recover Includes the files needed to perform a system restore. THE HARD DRIVE Components Handling Do not delete or modify these directories or their contents since data could be lost or the functionality of the system could be at risk. Safety The Optical Drive Loading a Disc Unlike optical drives of desktop PCs optical drives of notebooks retain disks with the help of a locking mechanism. When inserting the disk you should take care to push the disk right onto the locking mechanism so that it can lock in position. Note Do not place protective foils or other stickers on your CD's. To avoid damage to your drive, do not use deformed of damaged CD's. Do not use scratched or dirty disks, discs with pieces broken off or disks of poor quality. Because of the high speeds in the drive the disks might break and damage your data as well as your drive. Examine the disks before you enter them. If damage or dirt is visible, you should not use them. Damage caused by faulty media is excluded from warranty and their repair must be charged. The CD can be damaged when the drive drawer is pushed in, if it has not been positioned on the support correctly. 48 The Optical Drive 1. Press the eject button at the optical drive to open the tray. 2. Remove the disk from its case, without touching the unprinted side if possible. Place the disc on the tray so that it lays flat with the label facing upward and gently push the tray in to close it. The disk will now lie flat on the tray and will engage onto the disk holder audibly. 5. Test that the disk is able to turn freely and then push the tray back into the optical drive carefully. The `E' drive letter will have been allocated to your optical drive in the delivery status. You will have easy access to your files on your disks with Windows Explorer (workstation). [. . . ] 50 Express card Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 F FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Files Finding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Finding Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]